Scientist II (Wet Lab)

Job Description

Our client, a world leader in diagnostics and life sciences, is looking for a " Scientist II ” based out of Pleasanton, CA.

Job Duration : Long term Contract (Possibility Of Further Extension)

Company Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Sick leave, 401K

The Scientist II will be a member of the Pharma Services / Research and Early Development Team in Pleasanton to support clinical sample processing which includes DNA extraction, library preparation, target enrichment and Next Generation Sequencing. The successful candidate will also design, plan and execute assigned research and / or development-related experiments / projects utilizing established and innovative procedures, while applying scientific knowledge and accumulated experience to complete projects. We are looking for an experienced laboratory scientist who not only can meticulously process samples but can also analyze data, evaluate results, form conclusions and document process improvements.

We need someone experienced in wet-lab work, someone who knows how to use different pipettes (single / multichannel) and use them for high-throughput sample processing. Multichannel pipetting into 384 is a plus. 5 years is a good amount of time to be exposed to different equipment, learn lab etiquette for shared spaces, general lab safety protocols. Someone who can be independent once project scope is set.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors Degree
• Strong hands-on lab skills, almost all the assays are manual. They should have done manual lab work doing benchwork within last year. Strong organization / data keeping skills as we keep records of process / reagent information both on GoogleDrive and electronic lab notebook.

If interested, please send us your updated resume at

hr@dawarconsulting.com / akansha@dawarconsulting.com

Requirements

wet lab, bench work, samples, pipetting, multichannel pipetting